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Prepared for Battle

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Mark Shields

Joshua had gained a great victories when God was with him like at Jericho but then found out that past victories do not guarantee future victories when a soldier disobeyed a command. God then turned away from the Israelites and … Continue reading →

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Who Can Be Against Us

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Mark Shields

What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God be with us, who can be against us? – Romans 8:31 In the post “When Life Falls Apart”, shared were thoughts after reading Joshua 7 and how Joshua … Continue reading →

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When Life Falls Apart

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

Victory was given to the Israelites at the battle of Jericho but because Achan had taken the devoted things like silver, gold, cattle, and donkeys, God allowed all of Israel to be defeated at Ai, which was near Beth Aven … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Joshua 7-12

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

The journey has taken me through the first six chapters of the book of Joshua. God chose Joshua to take over from Moses as the one responsible for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. It seemed like an impossible … Continue reading →

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All You Can Be

Posted on February 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Learn the playbook To a successful day By working to improve In following the Way. Use past experiences To where life has lead And current instructions As you step ahead. You will be unstoppable As…

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